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Virgin and Child

Circle of Pierre Biardeau French
ca. 1640–50
Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Virgin and Child
  • Artist: Circle of Pierre Biardeau (French, Le Mans 1608–1671 Angers)
  • Date: ca. 1640–50
  • Culture: Northwestern French
  • Medium: Terracotta, partially polychromed and gilt
  • Dimensions: Overall (confirmed): 63 1/2 × 26 5/8 × 22 1/8 in. (161.3 × 67.6 × 56.2 cm)
  • Classification: Sculpture
  • Credit Line: H.O. Havemeyer Collection, Bequest of Mrs. H.O. Havemeyer, 1929
  • Object Number: 29.100.145
  • Curatorial Department: European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

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